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Dr. Bruce French, MD

Gahanna, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. French, Orthopedic Surgeon in Gahanna, OH?

    Dr. Bruce French, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Gahanna, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. French graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Orthopedic Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, General Surgery. Dr. French is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. French’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. French’s office at (614) 827-8700.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. French?

    Dr. Bruce French, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. French empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Gahanna/OH community, Dr. French is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. French go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Orthopedic Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, General Surgery | SUNY Health Science Center Brooklyn | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma | University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus | University of Massachusetts Med School

    Is Dr. French board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce French, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. French speak?

    Dr. French and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. French treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. French diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. French. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Fracture
    • Right Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Left Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture
    • Right Femur Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Ankle', 'Cotton's Fracture
    • Ankle Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82851D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S82852D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Femoral Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Broken Bone Around a Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Fractures
    • Fracture Near Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Periprosthetic Break
    • Artificial Knee Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M9712XD: Periprosthetic fracture around internal prosthetic left knee joint, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Broken Shin Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Tibia Fracture
    • Shin Bone Break
    • Tibial Plateau Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82142D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Tibia Fracture near Knee
    • Broken Bone Around Right Knee Replacement
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Shin Bone near Knee
    • Upper Shin Bone Break
    • Tibial Plateau Fracture
    • Right knee implant fracture
    • Fracture near right knee prosthesis
    • Periprosthetic right knee fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S82141D: Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • M9711XD: Periprosthetic fracture around internal prosthetic right knee joint, subsequent encounter

    What procedures does Dr. French perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. French performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. French. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Upper Thigh Bone Fracture Repair with Rod
    • Femoral Fracture Intramedullary Nailing
    • Hip Fracture Rod Fixation
    • Intertrochanteric Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 27245: Treatment of intertrochanteric, peritrochanteric, or subtrochanteric femoral fracture; with intramedullary implant, with or without interlocking screws and/or cerclage

    Also known as:

    • Removal of External Fixator
    • Anesthesia
    • External Fixation Device Removal
    • Bone Fixator Removal
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • External Frame Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
    • Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Reduction
    • Broken Ankle Surgery
    • Malleolar Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27822: Open treatment of trimalleolar ankle fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, medial and/or lateral malleolus; without fixation of posterior lip
    • 27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Lower Leg Amputation
    • Limb Loss
    • Tibial-Fibular Amputation
    • Leg Removal Surgery
    • Below-Knee Amputation

    CPT Codes:

    • 27880: Amputation, leg, through tibia and fibula;

    Also known as:

    • Open Tibial Plateau Fracture Repair
    • Knee Fracture Open Reduction
    • Proximal Tibia Fracture Surgery
    • Tibial Plateau Fixation
    • Shin Bone Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 27536: Open treatment of tibial fracture, proximal (plateau); bicondylar, with or without internal fixation

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Broken Collarbone
    • Clavicle Fracture Surgery
    • Collarbone Fixation
    • Open Clavicle Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 23515: Open treatment of clavicular fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Debridement
    • Deep Wound Cleaning for Open Fracture
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Excisional Debridement (Bone)
    • Open Fracture Debridement
    • Foreign Material Removal (Fracture)
    • Deep Tissue Wound Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11012: Debridement including removal of foreign material at the site of an open fracture and/or an open dislocation (eg, excisional debridement); skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle fascia, muscle, and bone

    Also known as:

    • Re-closure of Surgical Wound
    • Secondary Wound Closure
    • Repair of Wound Dehiscence
    • Complicated Surgical Wound Repair
    • Extensive Wound Re-stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13160: Secondary closure of surgical wound or dehiscence, extensive or complicated

    Does Dr. French accept my insurance?

    Dr. French accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 827-8700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. French accept in Gahanna, OH?

    Dr. French in Gahanna, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. French's office located?

    Dr. Bruce French's Primary Practice

    1045 Beecher Xing N Ste C

    Gahanna, OH 43230

    (614) 827-8700

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    Dr. Bruce French's Practice 2

    560 N Cleveland Ave

    Westerville, OH 43082

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    Dr. Bruce French's Practice 3

    285 E State St Ste 500

    Columbus, OH 43215

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    What is Dr. French's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. French's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568447696.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. French?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. French

    What is Dr. Bruce French's specialty?

    Dr. French is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Gahanna, OH. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. French to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bruce French affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. French is affiliated with OhioHealth Dublin Methodist Hospital, OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Bruce French accepting new patients in Gahanna, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce French is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce French offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. French's office at (614) 827-8700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bruce French?

    Please contact Dr. French's office at (614) 827-8700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce French have?

    Dr. Bruce French is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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